Senior Recruitment Consultant - Executive Finance & Accounting

Placements24; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lucrative commission structure

Professional development and career-增长

Medical and retirement benefits

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton, Gauteng, seeks a highly experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant specialized in Finance and Accounting to lead executive searches for top-tier professionals from Financial Managers to CFOs. You will manage complex assignments, nurture client relationships, and leverage a broad financial network.

This office-based role requires a proven track record in executive search, strong business acumen, and the ability to deliver under pressure while building long-term

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in executive search or retained recruitment, with a finance/accounts focus.
• Proven success placing senior finance professionals (Financial Controllers, Finance Directors, CFOs).
• Extensive network within corporate finance and accounting in Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and talent mapping for senior finance roles.
• Manage end-to-end executive search, from client brief to offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in client organizations.
• Source and engage passive candidates through networks and targeted outreach.
• Assess candidate qualifications, leadership potential, and cultural fit for senior roles.
• Provide market intelligence on compensation trends and hiring strategies.
• Achieve and exceed placement targets and contribute to business development.
• Represent the firm at industry events and within Sandton, Gauteng.
• Mentor junior recruitment team members and uphold confidentiality.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field

CA(SA)

CIMA

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier recruitment consultancy specializing in executive placements, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Recruitment Consultant to focus on the Finance and Accounting sector in Sandton, Gauteng. This crucial role involves identifying and securing top-tier finance professionals, from Financial Managers to CFOs, for leading corporations. You will manage complex executive search assignments, build deep client relationships, and leverage your extensive network within the financial industry. This is an office-based position, fostering collaboration and client engagement within the bustling business hub of Sandton. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in executive search, a sophisticated understanding of finance and accounting roles, and exceptional business acumen. This is an opportunity to drive significant impact in a high-demand market.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive market research and talent mapping to identify high-caliber candidates for senior finance and accounting positions.
• Manage the end-to-end executive search process, from initial client consultation and search strategy development to candidate sourcing, assessment, and offer negotiation.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key stakeholders in client organizations, understanding their strategic financial needs.
• Source and engage with passive candidates through networking, targeted outreach, and leveraging industry connections.
• Assess candidate qualifications, experience, leadership potential, and cultural fit for senior roles.
• Provide expert market intelligence and consultative advice to clients on compensation trends, talent availability, and strategic hiring.
• Achieve and exceed ambitious placement targets and business development goals.
• Represent the firm professionally in industry events and networking opportunities within Sandton, Gauteng.
• Mentor junior members of the finance recruitment team and share best practices.
• Ensure the highest standards of confidentiality, integrity, and client service throughout all engagements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in executive search or retained recruitment, with a specialization in Finance and Accounting.
• Demonstrated success in placing senior-level finance professionals (e.g., Financial Controllers, Finance Directors, CFOs).
• Extensive network within the corporate finance and accounting community in Gauteng.
• Exceptional interviewing, assessment, and candidate evaluation skills.
• Strong business acumen, strategic thinking, and a consultative approach to client engagement.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex searches simultaneously and deliver under pressure.
• A Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is essential; a professional qualification (e.g., CA(SA), CIMA) is highly advantageous.
• Unwavering commitment to ethical recruitment standards and confidentiality.
• Willingness to work full-time from our offices in Sandton, Gauteng.

Benefits

• A highly competitive base salary coupled with a lucrative, uncapped commission and bonus structure.
• Significant opportunities for professional development and career progression, including potential partnership.
• Access to a prestigious client base and high-profile executive search assignments.
• A sophisticated, intellectually stimulating, and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities to attend exclusive industry events and conferences.
• Performance-driven culture with recognition and rewards.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.